The CRC internship runs during the academic year, so the blog will be back in the fall with a new team of interns! The interns for 2011-2012 have been hired and will begin training on August 22nd. They are a great group and it should be a wonderful year!
-Olivia (CRC Intern Coordinator)
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
End of the Year
First off, we want to thank everyone for all the support that made the CRC so successful! We wouldn't have been able to all that we can if it weren't for our community.
Year in Review:
I remember it like yesterday. It was training week and the interns had just met each other, as well as our supervisor. Little did we know what would happen from that point in time. It started with training week where we were still learning about one another, and trying to discover what each person can contribute. It quickly progressed into the late summer where we held Ice Cream Socials in each of the neighborhoods. Before we knew it, it was the fall and we were out on the streets of East Lansing picking up litter, trying to make this a better place to live. One of our favorite events took place soon after, the Bring Your Own Pumpkin event, where we came together to carve pumpkins and bond as neighbors. Winter rolled around, and the CRC was at its annual post at the Winter Bowl and Chili Cook Off. Another favorite event was the Free Holiday Photo event, where we had a professional photographer come in and take free pictures for the holidays, and if you wanted, Sparty was there to help beautify your picture! Spring was upon us and a Free Ice Skating event was held, so we all could come out and enjoy some exercise with neighbors. Next came the International Coffee Hour, which the CRC helped sponsor. With the year quickly wrapping up, the CRC made its last appearance at a The Marble Elementary School Carnival.
Again, we cannot thank the community enough for all the support we have received. We are going to take a quick break over the summer, but will be back and ready to go in the fall!
Thanks!
Year in Review:
I remember it like yesterday. It was training week and the interns had just met each other, as well as our supervisor. Little did we know what would happen from that point in time. It started with training week where we were still learning about one another, and trying to discover what each person can contribute. It quickly progressed into the late summer where we held Ice Cream Socials in each of the neighborhoods. Before we knew it, it was the fall and we were out on the streets of East Lansing picking up litter, trying to make this a better place to live. One of our favorite events took place soon after, the Bring Your Own Pumpkin event, where we came together to carve pumpkins and bond as neighbors. Winter rolled around, and the CRC was at its annual post at the Winter Bowl and Chili Cook Off. Another favorite event was the Free Holiday Photo event, where we had a professional photographer come in and take free pictures for the holidays, and if you wanted, Sparty was there to help beautify your picture! Spring was upon us and a Free Ice Skating event was held, so we all could come out and enjoy some exercise with neighbors. Next came the International Coffee Hour, which the CRC helped sponsor. With the year quickly wrapping up, the CRC made its last appearance at a The Marble Elementary School Carnival.
Again, we cannot thank the community enough for all the support we have received. We are going to take a quick break over the summer, but will be back and ready to go in the fall!
Thanks!
Saturday, April 23, 2011
The CRC has won the Crystal Award!
The CRC is very grateful for the Crystal Award! It is a big honor and we all had a great time at the ceremony meeting people. Thank you to everyone who has helped make this organization a success! Below is a photo and the text from the announcement of the award at the Crystal Award Reception:
The Community Relations Coalition (CRC) was created during a time of unrest in the East Lansing community in an effort to strengthen town-gown relationships. Since 2000, Michigan State University students have been hired each academic school year to serve as CRC interns (or neighborhood resource coordinators) in East Lansing's off-campus neighborhoods. These interns have successfully helped foster positive communication and interaction among residents and students through participation in and facilitation of a number of community events and programs. Whether hosting a neighborhood block party, facilitating a community coat drive, participating in neighborhood cleanups, attending neighborhood association meetings or providing educational outreach to neighbors, the CRC interns are always busy at work with an ultimate goal of bridging the gap between residents and students. The CRC Board also hosts events that enhance communication and encourages conversations among East Lansing residents, the city, the university and students. While each event the CRC hosts may seem small when standing along, together these events create positive face-to-face interactions that otherwise probably wouldn't happen. These invaluable interacions help neighbors to meet, know and respect each other; while also helping them to broaden their perspectives and see the community from more than one viewpoint. The CRC is a non-profit organization made up of a core leadership team, a board of directors and the CRC student interns hired each year to carry ou the organization's mission. Through its hard work and successes, the CRC has become a model organization for other college communities looking to improve their town-gown relationships.
The Community Relations Coalition (CRC) was created during a time of unrest in the East Lansing community in an effort to strengthen town-gown relationships. Since 2000, Michigan State University students have been hired each academic school year to serve as CRC interns (or neighborhood resource coordinators) in East Lansing's off-campus neighborhoods. These interns have successfully helped foster positive communication and interaction among residents and students through participation in and facilitation of a number of community events and programs. Whether hosting a neighborhood block party, facilitating a community coat drive, participating in neighborhood cleanups, attending neighborhood association meetings or providing educational outreach to neighbors, the CRC interns are always busy at work with an ultimate goal of bridging the gap between residents and students. The CRC Board also hosts events that enhance communication and encourages conversations among East Lansing residents, the city, the university and students. While each event the CRC hosts may seem small when standing along, together these events create positive face-to-face interactions that otherwise probably wouldn't happen. These invaluable interacions help neighbors to meet, know and respect each other; while also helping them to broaden their perspectives and see the community from more than one viewpoint. The CRC is a non-profit organization made up of a core leadership team, a board of directors and the CRC student interns hired each year to carry ou the organization's mission. Through its hard work and successes, the CRC has become a model organization for other college communities looking to improve their town-gown relationships.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Free Ice Skating!
Come out to the first FREE ICE SKATING EVENT hosted by the CRC. It on Sunday, March 20th. We will be at Munn Ice Arena from 12:30-1:30pm. Come out a little early to make sure you can get your skates and get on the ice as soon as possible! We hope to see you all there!
Monday, March 7, 2011
The CRC is hiring!
The CRC is currently in the process of seeking interns for the 2011-2012 year! We are hiring for both the neighborhood internship and our Public Relations internship. Applicants to both positions must be MSU students; beyond that, eligibility requirements differ somewhat for each internship. For more information, check out the full position descriptions online:
PR Internship
MySpartanCareer Job ID 44799
Neighborhood Internship
MySpartanCareer Job ID 43181
Online Application www.tinyurl.com/11-12-crc-app
Applications are being accepted throughout the month of March for both positions.
PR Internship
MySpartanCareer Job ID 44799
Neighborhood Internship
MySpartanCareer Job ID 43181
Online Application www.tinyurl.com/11-12-crc-app
Applications are being accepted throughout the month of March for both positions.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
BCA Valentines Day Party
The CRC teamed up with the Bailey Community Association for the 26th Valentines Day Party. The event went off without a hitch. Many activities were going on at the event. We had card making, cookie decorating, and a magician! It was very nice seeing a large group of people out at the event. Below are some pictures!
She stole the show!
Saturday, February 5, 2011
We're Back!
Hello all!
Sorry for the long break, but the CRC is back and in full action. We hope that your holidays went well and glad East Lansing is as beautiful as ever! We've been pounded with snow, so keep in mind your safety. We want to make sure you keep your sidewalks safe and shoveled. When we all do our little part, it keeps our community safe.
We have a few events in the works at the moment-- I can't tell you the entirety of them, because, to be honest, we don't have all the details for them yet. We will keep you updated as we progress forward with the events. I think you will really enjoy them!
Until then, be safe and enjoy the winter wonder land!
Sorry for the long break, but the CRC is back and in full action. We hope that your holidays went well and glad East Lansing is as beautiful as ever! We've been pounded with snow, so keep in mind your safety. We want to make sure you keep your sidewalks safe and shoveled. When we all do our little part, it keeps our community safe.
We have a few events in the works at the moment-- I can't tell you the entirety of them, because, to be honest, we don't have all the details for them yet. We will keep you updated as we progress forward with the events. I think you will really enjoy them!
Until then, be safe and enjoy the winter wonder land!
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